Serving 187 students in grades 9-12, Voyages Preparatory ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 187 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 10-14% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Voyages Preparatory ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Voyages Preparatory's student population of 187 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
187 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Voyages Preparatory is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-59%
62%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
72%
30%
Black
17%
16%
White
4%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
10-14%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Voyages Preparatory?
The graduation rate of Voyages Preparatory is 10-14%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Voyages Preparatory?
187 students attend Voyages Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Voyages Preparatory students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Voyages Preparatory?
Voyages Preparatory has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Voyages Preparatory offer ?
Voyages Preparatory offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Voyages Preparatory part of?
Voyages Preparatory is part of New York City Geographic District #24 School District.
In what neighborhood is Voyages Preparatory located?
Voyages Preparatory is located in the Flushing neighborhood of Elmhurst, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in Flushing.
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